Horse Health Matters®
Emergency Preparedness - Transporting Your Equine
by Flossie Sellers
April 11, 2017 11:31
Some horses fear trailers. Read the do's and don'ts of trailering and how practice in trailering your horse pays off in an emergency …
Do Homemade Equine Fly Sprays Really Work …
by Katie Navarra
April 20, 2017 10:44
Learn about making your own fly sprays and why it is important to closely monitor your horse when you make changes in the products used on and around equines …
Therapies for Horse Injuries, Aches, and Pains
by Katie Navarra
April 22, 2017 11:45
Any athlete will tell you that a hard workout leads to joint aches, stiffness and pain. Our equine athletes suffer the same. Learn about some therapies that are …
The Importance of Picking
by Flossie Sellers
April 30, 2017 15:25
Learn why picking your horse's hoof regularly is important and learn the 3 basic steps necessary to do a thorough cleaning of your horse's hooves using a hoof …
Tip of the Day
Don't let hooves get overgrown. Clipped hoooves chip less, hold less snow and mud and provide more grip on slippery surfaces.
Horse Hoof Abscesses: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
by Miriam Rieck
April 30, 2017 18:10
You go to feed your horse and he is standing in the far corner of the paddock. You notice a very pronounced limp as he walks to his feeder. Did he break a bone …
How To Avoid Tapeworm Troubles In Your Horse
by Nikki Alvin-Smith
October 13, 2018 11:20
Tapeworms are hard to detect in horses. Many veterinarians treat for tapeworms in the fall/early winter with a dose of a Praziquantel based dewormer …
Fever in Horses
by Heather Smith Thomas
November 8, 2018 11:18
Every horse owner should get an idea what their horse’s normal temperature is by taking it daily for a few days …
Dental Care for Older Horses
by Heather Smith Thomas
February 1, 2019 09:18
Most dental problems in older horses involve teeth wearing out, uneven wear, or just the fact that the teeth are missing. This article provides the horse owner …
Videos
Hoof Care - Trimming the Donkey
Video of donkey hoof trimming.
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Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Headstall
The portion of a bridle that consists of the straps that go over the head, along the cheek and around the throatlatch.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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Everyday is a good day when you are around horses.
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